Scholz in crisis: When will the traffic light parties finally pull the emergency brake?

Scholz in crisis: When will the traffic light parties finally pull the emergency brake?

Fulda – A political drama unfolded when Olaf Scholz, the German chancellor, announced the dismissal of his finance minister. With the call to prevent damage to the German people, Scholz justified a radical step, while he himself is the focus of criticism. Wondering why he doesn't take the same responsibility for himself? The nation is groaning under the weight of the upcoming elections, which should take place yesterday rather than today!

In view of the deep economic crisis, the tensions caused by the change of power in the USA and the ongoing war in Ukraine, Germany must act! Time is of the essence and the government cannot afford a political deadlock until spring. The term “Coma Chancellor”, coined by Alexander Dobrindt, could not be more apt. Can we expect a chancellor to make a move if the Union offers him little support on the budget issue? The uncertainties in the economy, where delaying insolvency is punishable, give an idea of ​​how serious the situation is.

Scholz under pressure

Friedrich Merz, the CDU leader, has limited options to throw Scholz from office. A constructive vote of no confidence that would require the replacement of the Chancellor could fail because the combined votes of the CDU, CSU and FDP are not enough. The likelihood that Social Democratic and Green MPs will support Merz is zero, especially given his strict refugee policy. Merz faces a political wall that he could potentially overcome with an even riskier move - the possibility of relying on the support of the AfD.

Meanwhile, Scholz is clinging to his office and wants to gain time to stabilize his position after the coalition collapse. He believes he is the only one who can lead Germany through this crisis. But this overestimation of one's self is more than embarrassing and raises the question: Is Scholz leading or dragging the nation into crisis?